Services and Treatment

When it comes to your child’s treatment, therapists work closely with Dr. Shapiro every step of the way. All therapists work  under Dr. Shapiro’s careful supervision after being selected and trained.

Dr Shapiro along with his therapists take a unique approach to the diagnosis and treatment of many psychiatric disorders. Proper evaluation is given first priority.

Symptoms can surface at various stages of ones life, and just because a person has coped successfully to a certain point in their lives, does not mean that an underlying diagnosis doesn’t exist. Many adults go through life struggling with ADD without it being recognized or adequately treated, leading to poor self esteem, difficulties in work and problems in relationships. Conversely, ADD and ADHD are often misdiagnosed in both children and adults alike.  We have seen many adults and children where a diagnosis of an anxiety disorder, mood disorder or even substance abuse disorder is overlooked and that person is misdiagnosed as “ADHD”.

After appropriate evaluation, a treatment plan is constructed.  Medication is often very helpful, but is not always the only answer. We work with each patient individually, and personalize a treatment approach that can include, psychotherapy, medication, and life skills.